Help Apartment Explosion Victims + Sip New Old Bay Drink: MD Good News

MARYLAND — Maryland always has some good news to share, even during a tough week.

After an apartment building exploded in Montgomery County, residents banded together to fundraise for the victims who were displaced.

In other news, Old Bay will start distilling its own vodka. Locals may enjoy that drink at an arcade bar opening soon in the state capital.

Spring is right around the corner. That means the cherry blossoms will soon be in full bloom. If the cherry blossom festival isn't your thing, you can check out an oyster fest starting this weekend.

The National Aquarium also rescued 15 turtles and returned them to the wild. If that makes you smile, you may live in one Maryland city that was recently ranked the second happiest in the nation.

Here are the brightest headlines of the week:

Help Silver Spring Apartment Explosion Victims Through Donations

A donation site has been set up for the victims of a Silver Spring apartment explosion and fire that displaced residents Thursday.

Old Bay Vodka To Hit MD, DE Shelves In March

Old Bay Vodka will hit Maryland and Delaware shelves later this month. The region's favorite spice maker suggested mixing these drinks.

GameOn Bar+Arcade Opening This Month In Downtown Annapolis

An arcade bar will open this month in downtown Annapolis. Customers will play classic games while sipping craft brews at this new business.

National Cherry Blossom Festival Begins March 20, Parade, Music

The National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates the gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Tokyo's mayor to Washington, D.C.

Oyster Festival Returns To Annapolis, Helps Chesapeake Bay Restoration

The Annapolis Oyster Fest starts this weekend. The seafood celebration will help downtown restaurants and Chesapeake Bay restoration.

15 Turtles Rescued By The National Aquarium Returned To Sea

A green sea turtle with plastic in its stomach was just one of those rehabbed at the National Aquarium and released into Florida waters.

2nd Happiest City In The Country Can Be Found In MD

A Howard County town has been named the second happiest city in the country by WalletHub. International Day of Happiness falls on March 20.

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Business

• New Salon Opens In Annapolis Mall, Specializes In Black Hair Care
• Taco Bamba Opening In Gaithersburg's Quince Orchard Center
• Perry Hall Wawa Opened This Week
• Forbes Top Employers In MD: 11 Companies Make List For 2022

Events

• Students Perform Alongside Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Friday
• Nitro Circus Will Be Coming To Prince George's County This Summer
• Gaithersburg Arts Barn Putting On 'Frozen Jr.' This April
• “I AM SHAKESPEARE: The Henry Green Story” Comes To Howard County

Community

• Pasadena Toddler Battling Cancer Supported By $82K In Fundraiser
• Annapolis Student's Project Frees Friend From Prison: Report
• Silver Spring Library Renamed to Honor Tuskegee Airman

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